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Sleep and sedation controlled in same brain centre, say scientists
Undergoing anaesthesia may be more like falling asleep than we once thought, according to new research from Imperial College London and Harvard Medical School, USA. Researchers report today in the journal Nature Neuroscience how two of the most widely used anaesthetics, pentobarbital and propofol induce sleep by mimicking the natural process of... view more... (2002-08-25)
Insomniac fish shed light on the molecular basis of sleep disorders
Sleep disorders are common and poorly understood. In humans, narcolepsy is a sleep disorder associated with sleepiness, abnormal dreaming, paralysis and insomnia. view more (2007-10-16)
New study in JCSM finds that obesity can predict upper airway obstruction amongst children
In Australian children who snore, obesity, not age, is a significant, but only weak, predictor of upper airway obstruction during sleep, according to a study published in the April 15 issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine (JCSM). view more (2008-04-15)
Undiagnosed OSA patients have altered cardiovascular responses during exercise recovery
A study published in the January 1 issue of the journal SLEEP finds that people with untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have altered cardiovascular responses during recovery from maximal exercise. view more (2008-01-02)
Poor sleep is associated with lower relationship satisfaction in both women and men
A bidirectional association exists between couples' sleep quality and the quality of their relationship. view more (2009-06-10)
Treatment at an AASM accredited sleep center improves long-term CPAP compliance
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients are more likely to comply with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for longer periods of time if they receive their treatment from a sleep center accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). view more (2008-06-10)
Extended or shortened sleep duration linked to weight gain
Body Mass Index (BMI) varies as a function of habitual sleep duration, according to a research abstract that will be presented on Thursday, June 11, at SLEEP 2009, the 23rd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies. view more (2009-06-11)
Surgery Improves Quality of Life for Children with Sleep Apnea, SLU Study Finds
For children who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy can provide dramatic relief and is successful in solving sleep problems for 80 to 90 percent of children, a Saint Louis University study found. view more (2008-02-13)
Fluid displacement from legs to neck can lead to obstructive sleep apnea
When a person lies down, a small amount of fluid displaced from the legs to the base of the neck can narrow soft tissue around the throat and increase airflow resistance in the pharynx by more than 100 percent, predisposing the person to obstructive sleep apnea. view more (2006-12-18)
Are older women better in bed?
We all dream that when we are older we will be free to sleep as much as we want. But for many women life doesn't work out that way according to new research by Dr Jenny Hislop of the University of Surrey. view more (2005-03-07)
Children with sleep disorders can impair parents' functioning
Parents of children with sleep problems are more likely to have sleep-related problems themselves, including more daytime sleepiness, according to a new study by researchers at the Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center and Brown Medical School. view more (2007-03-01)
Sleep deprivation can lead to smoking, drinking
Sleep loss or disturbed sleep can heighten the risk for adolescents to take up smoking and drinking, two habits that may prove to be detrimental to their health. view more (2007-06-12)
Can Snoring Ruin a Marriage?
The husband snores. The wife nudges him to flip over. Both wake up feeling grouchy the next morning. It's a common occurrence that may have more of an impact on the marriage than most couples think. view more (2006-02-02)
Patients treated for OSA at an AASM accredited sleep center more likely to adhere to CPAP
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a major public health problem that, if untreated, can be deadly. Despite the proven reliability of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) in treating OSA, resistance and intolerance to CPAP poses limitations to its use. view more (2007-06-12)
Better sleep is associated with improved academic success
Getting more high-quality sleep is associated with better academic performance. The positive relationship is especially relevant to performance in math. view more (2009-06-10)
Alcohol and sleep restriction can affect young men's alertness and driving performance
Combining low-dose alcohol with moderate sleep restriction can have a significant adverse effect on young men's subjective alertness and performance behind the wheel. view more (2007-10-01)
Growth hormone, obesity can trigger sleep apnea in some kids
Growth hormone helps hundreds of children with a rare disorder that causes them to gorge on food, but for some, starting treatment can worsen a dangerous nighttime breathing problem. view more (2006-01-18)
Children's sleep difficulties: Reports differ from children to parents
Elementary-school-aged children commonly experience sleep problems, but little research has addressed the reasons behind this phenomenon. A new study finds that children of this age say they have sleep difficulties much more often than their parents report such problems. view more (2006-11-14)
Children with sleep disorder symptoms are more likely to have trouble academically
Students with symptoms of sleep disorders are more likely to receive bad grades in classes such as math, reading and writing than peers without symptoms of sleep disorders. view more (2007-06-11)
UCLA/VA research analysis in journal Nature explains wide variations in animal sleep habits
An extensive research analysis by a neuroscientist at UCLA's Semel Institute and the Veterans Affairs' Neurobiology Research Laboratory concludes that environment and diet largely determine sleep needs. view more (2005-10-27)
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